PA Education Talking Points Memo: Rural Schools

Posted by PA Schools Work on July 1, 2025

PA Schools Work is a non-partisan coalition of organizations from across Pennsylvania representing teachers and other educators; urban, suburban, and rural communities; and parents and community members working together to advocate for PA public schools, their students, and the communities they serve. Find more information about the PA Schools Work campaign here.

Rural school districts play a critical role in providing a strong foundation for rural communities. As the state’s economy changes, school districts play an essential role in ensuring all students learn the real-world skills they need to succeed. Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle should make a responsible investment in the governor’s proposed plan, because it will make historic progress in giving every student the quality of education they deserve.

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